Alzheimer's Society is the UK's leading dementia charity. We provide information and support, improve care, fund research, and create lasting change for people affected by dementia.
About the role
This role will be key in the Society’s aspiration to improve the lives of people living with and affected by dementia as set out in its New Deal on Dementia five-year strategy. This role will ensure we champion and maintain the prominent position of dementia on the political agenda across England.
This role will lead the public affairs team in England ensure effective engagement with; people affected by dementia, national and local government, policy makers and opinion formers, as well as the wider society in a social movement for change.
About you
You will have a strong background in public affairs and experience managing a team. You will be responsible for the development and delivery of the organisation’s parliamentary engagement strategy, with the objective to ensure dementia is on the political agenda for decision-makers in Government, parliament, and opinion leaders more widely.
You will have knowledge of the political landscape and empathy for the rights and aspirations of people living with dementia and those who care for them.
If you have this experience and expertise, and a belief that we can make a real and lasting change for everyone affected by dementia, then we’d love to hear from you.
Our employees work hard every day to make a true difference in people's lives. We are proud to support them with a range of benefits, recognition and many options for working agilely. All contributing to a strong work life balance.
Each role has its unique learning pathway helping our people to develop their skills and engage with the wider development opportunities and build their expertise regardless to help them grow and realise their potential to shape a career with Alzheimer's Society.